Southwark School is a public K-8 school located in the Central South Philadelphia neighborhood of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is a part of Philadelphia ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools. Students zoned to Francis Scott Key School are zoned to Southwark for grades 7–8.
Serving 966 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Southwark School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 19% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwark School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Southwark School's student population of 966 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
School Rankings
Southwark School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwark School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2278 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
58%
15%
Black
6%
14%
White
14%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwark School's ranking?
Southwark School is ranked #2278 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Southwark School often compared to?
Southwark Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Key Francis Scott School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Southwark School?
966 students attend Southwark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Southwark School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 14% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwark School?
Southwark School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Southwark School offer ?
Southwark School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Southwark School part of?
Southwark School is part of Philadelphia City School District.
In what neighborhood is Southwark School located?
Southwark School is located in the East Passyunk Crossing neighborhood of Philadelphia, PA.
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